Popsugar Fitness Workouts Beginner Dumbbell Exercises Conquer the Gym With the 17 Essential Dumbbell Exercises Every Beginner Should Know January 10, 2019 by Tamara Pridgett View On One Page Photo 7 of 17 ADVERTISEMENT () Start Slideshow Share This Link Copy ← Use Arrow Keys → 7 Dumbbell Triceps Extensions Stand with your feet hip-distance apart. Hold one dumbbell (go for your heavier weight) with both hands, bending the elbows behind your head. Straighten your arms to lift the dumbbell into the air, then slowly bend the arms to lower. This counts as one rep. Previous Next Start Slideshow Fitness TipsWorkoutsStrength TrainingDumbbell ExercisesTrainer Tips